WEDNESDAY, July 11, 2018 — Could losing their sense of identity be one reason why so many smokers find it hard to kick the habit? That’s the conclusion of new research out of Britain. “When people attempt to quit smoking, what they are really doing is attempting to bury part of their old identity and […]
Why Kim Kardashian Wants You to Google Pineapple Juice
We’re used to mysterious social media posts from Kim Kardashian West. But a new Instagram photo has left a lot of followers scratching their heads. On Sunday, the reality star shared an image of herself cracking open a can of pineapple juice. Wearing nothing but a one-piece swimsuit, she wrote a cryptic caption: “Google the benefits of pineapple juice.” Google […]
Scientists identify mechanism that may explain why males are more at risk than females for neurodevelopmental disorders
Researchers have recently begun to realize that biological sex plays a key role in disease risk. Sex plays a role in hypertension, diabetes, arthritis—and in many neurological and psychiatric disorders. Depression and anxiety affect females more, while neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorders, early onset schizophrenia, and attention deficit hyperactivity, affect more males. Males are […]
Princess Eugenie Opens Up About Living With Scoliosis — Here's Why That Matters
The British royal family is known for keeping personal details out of the headlines, but Princess Eugenie recently bucked tradition in favor of opening up about what it’s like living with the spinal condition scoliosis. To mark International Scoliosis Awareness Day, Eugenie took to Instagram to share an X-ray of her spine in addition to […]
Why BMI is a terrible way to monitor your health, according to experts
Why BMI is a terrible way to monitor your health, according to five experts Many experts have criticized this fairly limited measure of the health of our weight, yet it still remains the most popular The Conversation asked five experts if the BMI is a good indicator or not Staying a healthy weight can be […]
This Is Why You Crave Junk Food When You Have PMS
Most women know there’s one time of the month where it’s hardest to stick to your healthy eating plans, and it turns out there’s actually a scientific reason why. You know that drop in happiness you feel just before you get your period? According to skin and nutrition expert Fiona Tuck, this is due to […]
A Bloke On Why He Enjoys Watching Women's Sport More Than Men's Sport
I’ve been a dedicated cricket fan my whole life, I spend hours each summer at games and days in front of my TV (yep, summer’s a real riot at our house). Then, in winter, I watch the NRL and AFL. But I’ve never, apart from the occasional tennis game, watched women’s sport – until now. Over […]
Why Your Skin Is Suddenly SO Sensitive
You have your daily regime down pat: wash, exfoliate, moisturise, repeat. So why is your face suddenly red and inflamed? To fix the issue, dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, recommends laying off of your normal products for a bit and calming flare-ups. “If the problem isn’t improving, visit your dermatologist,” he says. “If you see improvement, add […]